In “Transference,” Spoon comes into its own and embraces its chemistry in its seventh album as a band.

The first song, “Before Destruction,” announces the album’s arrival, living up to its title with heavy drums and hushed vocals. As always, lead singer Britt Daniels’ voice captivates. His repetitive, powerful lyrics harmonize perfectly with the repeating guitar riffs and drums on the next song, “Is Love Forever.”

“I Saw the Light” is a biting and intense song with chilling vocals that builds until the repetitive chorus pounds into listeners’ brains. With songs like these, Spoon never leaves expectations unfulfilled.  

“Goodnight Laura” is a change of pace with a sweet, piano-backed lullaby — hearing Daniels will lull listeners to sleep, a Spoon-lover’s dream.

Long after the songs have ended, this album replays in listener’s heads, willing them to return to it for another listen.